[New Age, World] Yara - Waiting For The Big Rain (大雨将至) (1997) [WAV]

Yara - Waiting For The Big Rain (大雨将至) (1997)
| WAV+CUE | 356MB | New Age, World Music | Schneelöwe Music |

Released in 1997 by Schneelöwe Music, Waiting For The Big Rain (大雨将至) is a captivating New Age and world music album that blends diverse cultural influences into a serene and immersive soundscape. Featuring a talented ensemble of musicians—including Pandit Shyam Kumar Mishra on vocals and tabla, Tony Clark on sitar, Ali Neander on guitar, and Christian Felke on flute, clarinet, and saxophone—the album is a masterful fusion of traditional and contemporary sounds. Supporting vocals by Wendy Mae Brown, Linda Rocco, and Edo Zanki add a rich harmonic depth, while Geli Fleer’s piano and keyboard arrangements, along with Jurgen Zoller’s percussion, create a textured, rhythmic foundation.

The album opens with “Walking Under Purple Skies,” a soothing piece that immediately transports the listener into a contemplative, almost meditative space. Tracks like “Elephant’s Dream” and “Dancing Frog” showcase the album’s playful, exploratory side, merging exotic instruments and subtle electronic elements to create whimsical, dreamlike atmospheres. The title track, “Waiting For The Big Rain,” is a highlight, combining gentle tabla rhythms, airy flute motifs, and ethereal vocal harmonies to evoke the anticipation and cleansing energy of an approaching storm.

Throughout the album, there is a striking balance between traditional instrumentation and modern production. The sitar and tabla provide an authentic Eastern flavor, while piano, guitar, and subtle programming bring a contemporary sensibility. Tracks such as “April in Benares” and “Seven Steps to Heaven” further demonstrate the ensemble’s skill in crafting pieces that are simultaneously meditative, uplifting, and richly layered.

Waiting For The Big Rain is an ideal album for listeners seeking calm, reflective music infused with multicultural textures. Its combination of acoustic and electronic elements, along with masterful performances, makes it a timeless work in the New Age and world music genres, offering both tranquility and subtle adventure in every track.

Tracklist:
01. Walking Under Purple Skies 漫步紫空下
02. Manjou 满足
03. Elephant's Dream 大象之梦
04. Dancing Frog 舞蛙
05. Waiting For The Big Rain 大雨将至
06. April In Benares 十月
08. Seven Steps To Heaven 离天堂最近的地方

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